CPL 2024: Match 17, SLK vs ABF Match Prediction – Who will win today’s CPL match between SLK vs ABF?

Saint Lucia Kings (SLK) will take on Antigua and Barbuda Falcons (ABF) in Match 17 of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL 2024), at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in St Lucia, on Monday, September 16. Currently, Kings are in the fourth spot in the points table with three victories from five games. Their five-wicket win in the last match against St Kitts and Nevis Patriots, bettered their NRR to -0.133, after two consecutive losses. 

On the other hand, Falcons are teetering in the second-last position on the points table with two wins from seven games. They had a horrible start to the tournament, as they lost four games on the trot. However, they displayed a spirited fightback by winning two subsequent games. But Antigua lost to Barbados Royals by 10 runs in what was a rain-marred affair. Hence, the CPL side will look to get back to winning ways and that too securing a win by a huge margin.

Match Details

Pitch Report

The Saint Lucia pitch is conducive to batting. However, bowlers too will get some purchase out of a relatively hard deck. The T20 World Cup 2024 games conducted here saw most runs scored in comparison to other venues. Hence, the skipper winning the toss will look to bat first in a bid to put up a big score on the board to keep the opposition under the pump. Besides, the weather will be cloudy with a 24 percent chance of rain during the game.

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Head-to-Head Record

SLK vs ABF Probable Playing 11

Saint Lucia Kings (SLK):

Faf du Plessis (c), Johnson Charles, Ackeem Auguste, Roston Chase, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Tim Seifert (wk), Sadrack Descarte, David Wiese, Matthew Forde, Alzarri Joseph, Noor Ahmad.

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons (ABF):

Brandon King, Justin Greaves, Kofi James, Sam Billings (wk), Jewel Andrew, Shamar Springer, Chris Green (c), Imad Wasim, Roshon Primus, Fabian Allen, Mohammad Amir.

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Probable Top Performers

Probable Best Batter: Faf du Plessis

Veteran batter and skipper Faf du Plessis assisted Johnson Charles well as an opener in the last game, as the duo put up 115 runs for the first wicket for Kings. Du Plessis was in his zone smashing five boundaries and as many sixes during his 62-run knock off 31 deliveries. Hence the South African would be hoping to continue his good batting mojo ahead in the ongoing CPL 2024.

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Probable Best Bowler: Noor Ahmad

Willy Afghan spinner Noor Ahmad was the most economical bowler for Saint Lucia as he conceded just 23 runs in his four overs quota with an economy rate of 5.80. Though the spinners could not fetch any wickets, he was instrumental in restricting batters like Kyle Mayers and Rilie Rossouw from going big.

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             Today's Match Prediction: Team batting first to win the match

Scenario 1

Saint Lucia Kings win the toss and opt to bat first

Powerplay Score: 60-70

SLK: 190-210

Saint Lucia Kings win the match

Scenario 2

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons win the toss and opt to bat first

Powerplay Score: 50-60

ABF: 170-190

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.